The alcohol industry is a big one here in New Zealand. According to Statistics New Zealand, in 2021 there were 499 million litres of alcohol sloshing around for domestic consumption. To break that down, that’s 292 million litres of beer, 107 million litres of wine, and 100 million litres of spirits. And while New Zealand … Continued
As the cold sets in it’s easy to run up the heating bill. So it’s important to take what action you can to limit your heating expenses this winter and keep electricity costs down. Canstar goes through a few steps you can take to avoid any big shocks on your winter electricity bill. Quality insulation … Continued
The flooring in your home is crucial to the overall look and feel of a room. Whether beautiful wooden floors, statement bathroom tiles, or plush carpets, your choice of flooring is essential for both your comfort and showing off your style. Many experts even believe flooring to be a key factor when it comes to … Continued
Author: Tara Donnelly Apple’s newest budget edition smartphone, the 2022 iPhone SE, is by far the cheapest new iPhone available. But it’s not the only compact and lower-priced device available to Apple buyers. The flagship iPhone 13 series features an entry-level model in the smaller iPhone 13 Mini. Including all the key features of the … Continued
The terms modem and router are often used interchangeably. However, while both devices look similar, fall under the banner of home networking technology and are used in conjunction with the other, each serves a distinct purpose. Further complicating matters, modems and routers are often sold as two-in-one devices. Giving the impression they are essentially the … Continued
How you style your home and your choice of home furnishings has an important part to play in transforming your house into a family home. Curtains, blinds and soft furnishings are little extras that can all have a big effect, not only on how your family enjoys its living spaces, but how you and your … Continued
You might be wondering how your household’s electricity usage stacks up compared to that of your neighbours or other like-for-like households. What is normal electricity usage, and are you using too much? By looking at your power usage and comparing it with average usage, you’ll be able to see if you’re running your lighting and … Continued
It’s no secret that New Zealand has a problem with damp homes. A report from last year found that nearly half of us live in damp homes. And tens of thousands live in homes that are always damp and have visible mould. But dampness isn’t only caused by our long and wet winters. The muggy … Continued
A good cup of coffee is one of life’s great pleasures. But, unfortunately, a good cup of coffee from the comfort of home isn’t always easy. Sure, there’s always plunger coffee or, for the truly desperate, instant coffee. But none can match an espresso from a quality coffee machine. So you’re left with two options: … Continued
Electricity, broadband, and phone plans are three utilities that love to keep us on our toes. Every other week a new deal arises, a new free benefit is thrown into the mix, or an existing plan is quietly changed – dropping up or down a few dollars. And for that reason, customers are keen to … Continued